Hello doctor! can I get rabies from kissing someone who has just been bitten by a stray cat? He got the vaccine in less then 24 hours but then we spent that night together. Should I worry?

Dr. Vivek TrivediGeneral Physicianyrs exp

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Maria, The risk of getting rabies from kissing someone who has been bitten by a stray cat is extremely low, especially if the person has received the rabies vaccine in less than 24 hours after the bite. Rabies is transmitted through saliva or nervous tissue of an infected animal, and it is typically transmitted through a bite or scratch from an infected animal. However, it is still important to take precautions and monitor for any signs or symptoms of rabies in the person who was bitten by the stray cat. It is recommended that you consult with a healthcare provider for further advice and guidance. However if you had un protected sex, the risk of getting other diseases is higher. Always use protection. 

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